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October is the international month of „Research Data“ and „Open Access“ action weeks.

This year’s local Berlin “Research Data@BUA” action week from October 19 to 26, 2026 features a diverse range of workshops designed to help you expand your research data management (RDM) skills.

The highlight of the event is the “Research Data@BUA” on October 21, 2026. This event offers an opportunity to learn about the practical handling of research data through examples from research at the Berlin University Alliance. You can share experiences from various disciplines, learn from your peers, and take away concrete solutions for your own daily work. The focus is on practical experiences, best practices, and the question of how challenges in research data management can be tackled collaboratively.
Target group: researchers, doctoral researchers, and research support staff at the BUA.

More information on the Berlin „Research Data @ BUA action week“ can be found in this interview of Sibylle Söring with campus.leben.

“The Cost of Knowledge” is the theme for this year’s International Open Access Week from October 19-25. Learn more at https://www.openaccessweek.org/

Further qualification offers:

INTRODUCTION TO SYSTEMATIC REVIEW & META-ANALYSIS OF ANIMAL STUDIES
Through a mix of lectures and hands-on practical activities and tutorials, you will learn the major steps required to undertake a systematic review and meta-analysis of preclinical animal studies.
Target group: BUA biomedical researchers
Dates: 6 – 8 October 2026, 1 – 5pm

ONLINE LUNCH MEETING: OFFEN UND FAIR PUBLIZIEREN: ORTE UND TOOLS FÜR DIGITALES; NICHT-KOMMERZIELLES PUBLIZIEREN
Faires, wissenschaftsgeleitetes Open-Access-Publizieren gewinnt zunehmend an Bedeutung. In diesem einstündigen Lunch Meeting werden ausgewählte Orte und Tools für digitales Publizieren vorgestellt. Veranstaltung im Rahmen der Internationalen Open Access Week 2026
Zielgruppe: alle Forschenden
Datum: 19.10.2026, 13:00-14:00 Uhr

WORKSHOP: RESILIENZ UND SICHERHEIT VON WISSENSCHAFTLICHEN INFORMATIONSTRUKTUREN
Expert*innen disktuieren in Berlin-Mitte im Workshop über Risiken und Chancen für offene Forschung, digitale Souveränität und Dual‑Use. Vorträge, Panels und Praxis‑Workshops zu MINT und Digital Humanities geben Tipps zum Datenschutz, zu Open‑Source‑Lösungen und zum Aufbau resilienter Daten‑Infrastrukturen.
Zielgruppe: alle Forschenden
Datum: 23.10.2026
Anmeldung: 09.10.2026

iRIGHTS.LAW WORKSHOP: „URHEBBERRECHT IN DER FORSCHUNG: DATEN SICHER NUTZEN, TEILEN, PUBLIZIEREN“
Ein hybrider Workshop von Dr. Till Kreutzer (iRights.Law) bietet in Berlin-Dahlem praxisnahe Hilfe zu Urheberrecht, KI, offenen Lizenzen, Open Science und Lizenzstrategien.
Zielgruppe: Forschende, Lehrende, Promovierende und wissenschaftsunterstützendes Personal der Berlin University Alliance
Datum:  26.10.2026
Anmeldung: 20.10.2026

VON DER IDEE ZUR PUBLIKATION: MIT KI GUTE UND OFFENE FORSCHUNGSPROZESSE GESTALTEN
Eine Veranstaltung im Berlin-Mitte mit Expert*innen zum Thema “Von der Idee zur Publikation: mit KI gute und offene Forschungsprozesse gestalten“ mit einer Keynote, vier Praxis-Workshops und einem Panel.
Zielgruppe: alle Forschenden
Datum: 05.11.2026
Anmeldung: 15.10.2026

PANEL DISCUSSION, BERLIN SCIENCE WEEK: CAN SCIENCE REMAIN OPEN IN AN AUTHORITARIAN WORLD?
This open dialogue seeks to explore — together with the audience — what is at stake when research closes its doors, and whether the transformative benefits of open science can still be safe-guarded. The discussion will be moderated by Dr. Sakine Weikert, Head of the Centre for International Academic Cooperation (KIWi) at the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD). Speakers are Dr. Kamran Naim, Head of Open Science at CERN and Prof. Andrea Fleschenberg dos Ramos Pinéu, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin.
Date: 06.11.2026

ReproducibiliTeach: STRATEGIES TO MAKE YOUR RESEARCH MORE TRANSPARENT, ROBUST & REPRODUCIBLE
Concerned about the reproducibility crisis? Wondering what you can do to make your research more transparent, robust & reproducible? Looking for hands-on experience and expert advice? Make your own research instantly more transparent, robust & reproducible.
Target group: BUA biomedical researchers
Dates: 4 November – 2 December 2026, each Wednesday from 4 – 5:30 pm

CAMARADES SYSTEMATIC REVIEW & META-ANALYSIS OF ANIMAL STUDIES E-LEARNING
From understanding the principles of systematic review to mastering the techniques of meta-analysis, each module is crafted to provide a step-by-step guide to conducting robust and transparent reviews. 
Target group: BUA biomedical researchers
Dates: permanently available eLearning offer
Format: independent e-learning offer

ReBOUND – RESEARCH CULTURE BEYOND BOUNDARIES
ReBound brings together researchers and key actors from research governance and policy to foster dialogue and build a shared understanding of research culture. Participants will work collaboratively to identify practical, actionable ways to strengthen research culture in selected areas, drawing on examples of both best and worst practice.
Dates: October 12-13, 2026
Registration is now open!

E-LEARNING MODULE ‘GOOD RESEARCH PRACTICE FOR DOCTORAL RESEARCHERS’
https://www.berlin-university-alliance.de/grp

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What is Research Integrity?

Science and the humanities are founded on integrity. It is one of the key principles of good scientific practice and therefore of every piece of research.

Let us introduce you to the Coordination Office for Research Integrity

The Coordination Office for Research Integrity (KowIn) advises all members of Freie Universität on issues of good academic practice and supports both the central ombudspersons and the members of the investigative commission in their work.

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DEUTSCHES TECHNISCHES DOKTORANDENPROGRAMM AM CERN (WOLFGANG-GENTNER-STIPENDIEN)
Gefördert werden Doktorarbeiten in technischen Bereichen am CERN. Ziel des Programms ist die Ausbildung von Doktorandinnen und Doktoranden deutscher Hochschulen in einem internationalen, erstklassigen Hochtechnologie-Umfeld mit engen Kontakten zur Industrie. Die Betreuung erfolgt gemeinsam durch das CERN vor Ort und durch die Hochschullehrerin bzw. den Hochschullehrer der Heimathochschule, die oder der die Dissertation betreut.
Target group: Das Programm wendet sich an (zukünftige) Doktorandinnen und Doktoranden aus den technisch-naturwissenschaftlichen Bereichen, die an einer deutschen Hochschule promovieren (wollen).
Deadline(s): Es gibt drei Bewerbungsrunden pro Jahr (November, März und Juli).

GERTRUD-UND-ALEXANDER-BÖHLIG-STIFTUNG: STIFTUNG FÜR GRADUIERTE UND POSTDOKTORAND*INNEN
Die Stipendien werden für eine Laufzeit von 12 Monaten gewährt. Gefördert werden folgende Fachgebiete: Ägyptische und Vorderasiatische Altertumswissenschaften, Geschichtswissenschaften, Religionswissenschaft und Judaistik
Zielgruppe: Wissenschaftler*innen aus den genannten Disziplinen
Bewerbungsfrist: 15. Oktober 2026

CfA DAAD FUTURE NETWORK WEIMAR TRIANGLE
The Future Network Weimar Triangle brings together early-career researchers from Germany, France, and Poland. Together, they develop innovative solutions for Europe’s future challenges. International. Interdisciplinary. Sustainable.
Zielgruppe: doctoral and postdoctoral researchers affiliated with a university or research institution in France, Poland, or Germany, working on a list of future-oriented topics (see program website)
Application deadline: November 2, 2026

XII INTERNATIONAL ACADEMIC STUDIES CONGRESS (ASC 2026 / FALL)
Under the main theme of „Smart Cities and Sustainable Societies,“ the congress aims to provide an international academic platform open to researchers from all scientific disciplines, particularly social sciences, humanities, engineering, health sciences, and applied sciences. The congress will be organized in a hybrid format, offering both in-person and online participation options.
Date(s): November 24-26, 2026

TEILNEHMENDE GESUCHT – STUDENTISCHES ENGAGEMENT GEGEN GESCHLECHTSPEZIFISCHE GEWALT
Im Rahmen des Internationalen Tages gegen Gewalt an Frauen plant die Kommission Sexualisierte Diskriminierung und Gewalt der Bundeskonferenz der Frauen- und Gleichstellungsbeauftragen an Hochschulen e.V. (bukof). eine gemeinsame digitale, überregionale Veranstaltung zum Thema. Neben dem Sichtbarmachen von studentischem Engagement soll die Veranstaltung auch dazu dienen, Studierende überregional zu vernetzen.
Im Mittelpunkt werden Studierende gestellt, die eigene Projekte oder Initiativen angestoßen haben. In einem lockeren Interviewformat sollen sie von ihren Erfahrungen berichten: Was war der Auslöser für ihr Engagement? Welche Herausforderungen sind ihnen begegnet? Was konnten sie bewirken? Dabei geht es uns ausdrücklich nicht um klassische Vorträge, sondern um einen persönlichen, niedrigschwelligen Austausch über Erfahrungen, Handlungsmöglichkeiten und das eigene Engagement.
Zielgruppe: Studierende, Promovierende
Termin: 2. Dezember 2026

CAPES-HUMBOLDT RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP
Benefit from research sponsorship in Germany at the beginning of your academic career. The Capes-Humboldt Research Fellowship for Brazilian postdoctoral researchers enables  you to conduct research in Germany. The monthly fellowship amount is €3,000. Fellowships may last from 6 to 24 months.
Application deadline: November 30, 2026

DAAD RESEARCH SCHOLARSHIPS FOR DOCTORAL RESEARCHERS
The goal of this program is to provide researchers doing their doctorate in Germany with an opportunity to conduct research abroad for 1-12 months.
Application deadline: November 16, 2026

ESSAYPREIS „ALLEINERZIEHENDE IN DER DEUTSCHEN WISSENSCHAFT“ / „SINGLE PARENTS IN GERMAN ACADEMIA“
Submit your 7–10-page essay in either English or German by October 18, together with a short biographical note and your contact details, in a single document via email: singleparentsacademia@gmail.com & e.hiemer@fu-berlin.de. The three winning essays will receive monetary prizes of €1,000, €600, and €400, respectively. They will be published through the social media channels of Freie Universität Berlin and shared through the “Single Parents in German Academia” network with the author’s original name or a pseudonym.
Application deadline: October 18, 2026

FORUM JUNGE SPITZENFORSCHUNG: RESILIENT ENERGY INFRASTRUCTURE
Wettbewerb für Promovierende und andere Forschende in Berlin mit anwendungsorientierten Ideen; insgesamt 42.000 Euro Preisgeld.
Geeignet für Promovierende in den Natur- und Technikwissenschaften.
Bewerbungsfrist: 1. November 2026

DOCTORAL PROGRAMS AT FREIE UNIVERSITÄT BERLIN
(Annual) Calls for doctoral places, doctoral positions and/or fellowships
https://www.fu-berlin.de/en/sites/drs/doctorate/structured-or-individual/drs_programs

DOCTORAL SCHOLARSHIPS
A selection of the most important institutions that award doctoral scholarships
https://www.fu-berlin.de/en/sites/drs/funding/grants/index.html

FORSCHUNGSPREISE (in German)
www.fu-berlin.de/forschung/service/foerderung/informationen/preise

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EVENTS

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ELSA GOES TO THE MUSEUM: A TOUR OF THE GLOBAL CULTURAL ASSEMBLY ROOM AT HUMBOLDT FORUM
Dates: October 7, 4-5pm

WELCOME NEW DOCTORAL RESEARCHERS AT FU BERLIN
Welcome event for new doctoral researchers at FU Berlin
Date: October 15, 1pm-3pm

KICK OFF YOUR DOCTORATE/ ERFOLGREICH IN DIE PROMOTION
Onboarding Event for Doctoral Researchers
Date: October 27 -28

WRITING WEEK
Dates: October 19 – 23

RESEARCH DATA WEEK@BUA 2026
Dates: October 19 – 23

MANAGING WELLBEING AND CHALLENGES DURING THE DOCTORATE TOGETHER – peer group coaching
Dates: November 5, 9:15am-11:15am (further dates will be decided by the group)

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WORKSHOPS

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RESEARCH INTEGRITY: ME AND MY SUPERVISOR
Dates: November 2, 9:30am-11:30am

RESEARCH INTEGRITY: DEALING WITH RESEARCH DATA
Dates: November 2, 12 (noon)-2pm

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Workshop program at Dahlem Research School: https://www.drs.fu-berlin.de/course_list
If workshops are fully booked, please still register for the waiting list so that we can gauge the level of interest for the workshops to plan additional offers.

Also check for free spots in the Berlin University Alliance’s GRADUATE STUDIES SUPPORT PROGRAM: www.berlin-university-alliance.de/en/commitments/promoting-talent/projekte/graduate-studies-support-program/list/  

and explore Freie Universität Berlin’s further RESOURCES FOR DOCTORAL RESEARCHERS: https://www.fu-berlin.de/en/sites/drs/offers/index.html.